The Citadel
Series Overview
A faithful ten part BBC adaptation of A.J. Cronin's book of the same name published in 1937 about a young Scottish doctor (Ben Cross) trying to find a place for himself in the dysfunctional medical system of Wales and England in the 1920s and early 1930s.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 10 Episodes
50 min per episode
1983 – 1983
Premiered: Thu, Jan 20, 1983
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 10: “Part Ten”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
Explore Star Directory →
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Jefferies
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Jefferies
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Citadel.
More Series Like The Citadel
Shows sharing similar genres, audiences, and storylines.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Citadel
Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.
What is The Citadel about?
A faithful ten part BBC adaptation of A.J. Cronin's book of the same name published in 1937 about a young Scottish doctor (Ben Cross) trying to find a place for himself in the dysfunctional medical system of Wales and England in the 1920s and early 1930s.
How many seasons does The Citadel have?
The Citadel comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Citadel?
Key cast members in The Citadel include Gareth Thomas, Clare Higgins, Ben Cross.
Who created or directed The Citadel?
The Citadel was developed and directed by Peter Jefferies.